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Greening Australia’s electricity supply

The energy sector is undergoing a major transformation as Australia and the world search for greener and more sustainable energy supplies and transition to a low emission economy. More than a quarter of Australia’s total electricity generation now comes from renewable sources including wind, solar, hydro and bioenergy.

Transitioning the electricity supply to include more renewables is incredibly complex and challenging. But it provides opportunities for businesses to reduce their energy costs and find new sources of growth. CNF has both wide-ranging experience and a deep understanding of the renewable energy sector and is well positioned to help you take advantage of these opportunities. Over the years we have delivered wind, solar, hydrogen, diesel, thermal and biomass energy solutions.

We have worked on many ground breaking projects featuring renewable technologies including:

  • Hydrogen plants
  • Solar PV plants
  • Solar Thermal Plants (Steam and molten salt)
  • Wind turbines and wind farms
  • Biomass
  • Energy storage
  • Hybrid systems

We work with you to find the most suitable renewable technology solutions based on local site conditions and your specific needs. We provide a full range of services including both the detailed design and build of renewable energy infrastructure.

Our team provides specialist expertise and advice on all aspects of renewable energy including high penetration renewables, energy management, carbon reduction, energy storage, gas and power distribution networks, hydrogen as an energy source and hydrogen conversion, transportation and storage.

The energy sector is undergoing a major transformation as Australia and the world search for greener and more sustainable energy supplies and transition to a low emission economy. More than a quarter of Australia’s total electricity generation now comes from renewable sources including wind, solar, hydro and bioenergy.

Transitioning the electricity supply to include more renewables is incredibly complex and challenging. But it provides opportunities for businesses to reduce their energy costs and find new sources of growth. CNF has both wide-ranging experience and a deep understanding of the renewable energy sector and is well positioned to help you take advantage of these opportunities. Over the years we have delivered wind, solar, hydrogen, diesel, thermal and biomass energy solutions.

We have worked on many ground breaking projects featuring renewable technologies including:

  • Hydrogen plants
  • Solar PV plants
  • Solar Thermal Plants (Steam and molten salt)
  • Wind turbines and wind farms
  • Biomass
  • Energy storage
  • Hybrid systems

We work with you to find the most suitable renewable technology solutions based on local site conditions and your specific needs. We provide a full range of services including both the detailed design and build of renewable energy infrastructure.

Our team provides specialist expertise and advice on all aspects of renewable energy including high penetration renewables, energy management, carbon reduction, energy storage, gas and power distribution networks, hydrogen as an energy source and hydrogen conversion, transportation and storage.

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